Turmeric Free Chunky Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and just sweet enough, this chunky applesauce is the kind of simple comfort food that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Ceylon cinnamon and a touch of ground ginger give it a gently spiced depth that feels almost cozy, while honey adds natural sweetness without overpowering the bright apple flavor. Many store-bought spice blends and flavored applesauces sneak in unexpected ingredients, so making your own from scratch is the cleanest way to stay in control of exactly what goes into the jar. Everything comes together in a single saucepan in under twenty minutes, and the mashing step lets you dial in the texture — whether you like it nearly smooth or loaded with soft, pillowy chunks. A squeeze of lemon at the end lifts the whole thing and keeps the color gorgeous. Serve it warm alongside pork, swirl it into oatmeal, or just eat it straight from the pot — no judgment here.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, honey, Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and salt in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- 2
Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and beginning to break down, about 15–18 minutes. The apples should offer no resistance when pressed with a spoon.
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